Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound beef brisket, thinly sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons doenjang (Korean soybean paste)
- 4 cups water
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 potato, peeled and cubed
- 1 green onion, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot or Dutch oven
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat vegetable oil and sesame oil over medium-high heat.
2. Add sliced beef and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
3. Add sliced onion and minced garlic, and cook until onion is translucent, about 3 minutes.
4. Add 2 tablespoons of doenjang and stir until it dissolves.
5. Pour in 4 cups of water and bring to a boil.
6. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 20 minutes.
7. Add sliced zucchini and cubed potato, and cook until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Garnish with chopped green onion.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium-high heat for browning beef
- Medium-low heat for simmering
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 28g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Beef brisket can be substituted with beef chuck or sirloin.
- Zucchini can be substituted with other vegetables such as mushrooms or spinach.
Variations:
- Pork Doenjang Jjigae: Substitute beef with pork belly or shoulder.
- Seafood Doenjang Jjigae: Add shrimp, clams, or squid to the soup.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a good quality doenjang for better flavor.
- If the soup is too thick, add more water to thin it out.
- Adjust seasoning to your liking.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat soup in a pot over medium heat until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve soup in individual bowls with a side of rice.
Garnishes:
- Chopped green onion
Pairings:
- Steamed rice
- Kimchi
Suggested side dishes:
- Korean-style fried chicken
- Japchae (stir-fried glass noodles)
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too salty, add more water to dilute it.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure beef is cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F.
Food history:
- Doenjang Jjigae is a traditional Korean soup made with doenjang, a fermented soybean paste.
Flavor profiles:
- Savory, umami, slightly sweet
Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot as a main dish.
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Region: Korean